The largest carmaker in the country often comes up with unbelievable production and sales numbers for some of its most successful models
Maruti WagonR has crossed the magical production milestone of 35 lakh units in India. As expected, there are not all that many cars that can boast the same. In fact, only two other Maruti Suzuki cars, the Swift and the Alto, have achieved such monumental figures in our market. Clearly, Maruti knows a thing or two about creating timeless products. WagonR has been on sale in our market since December 1999. Even after 26 years of operations, the demand for the tall-boy hatchback remains robust.
Maruti WagonR Achieves 35 Lakh Production Milestone
Maruti Suzuki shared the official press release on this celebratory occasion. As part of this information, it also highlighted the key moments during the lifecycle of the hatchback. First launched in 1999, the car was introduced with a Duo LPG configuration in 2004. Then, in 2010, the second-generation iteration of the WagonR came about. That is also the time when the WagonR was first available with a CNG mill for those who wanted low running costs.
Thereafter, the WagonR was offered with the Auto Gear Shift, Dual Airbags and ABS in 2015. This ensured that the customers get to experience added convenience and safety. In 2017, the VXi+ trim was added to the lineup. This ensured that the customers get exposed to the new-age tech and convenience amenities with the WagonR. This became the top-of-the-line variant going forward. The 3rd-generation avatar of the Maruti WagonR was born in 2019. Finally, the last update to the hatchback was back in 2022. This timeline of the WagonR gives us the idea of how the Indo-Japanese auto giant kept refreshing the car at regular intervals to keep the customers excited.
Mr. Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “This achievement is not just a production milestone, but reflects the enduring love and confidence that generations of customers have shown towards brand WagonR. It is rare for a vehicle to receive such acceptance even after 25 years since its launch. The WagonR kept evolving with the introduction of new technology and features over time, while retaining its original DNA. The WagonR has been highly appreciated for aspects like its iconic tall-boy design, spacious interiors and fuel efficiency, which aptly reflect our customers’ needs and expectations. We are deeply grateful for their continued support and remain committed to providing ‘Joy of Mobility’ for generations to come.”
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